Al-Mahdi (a.s)

Al-Mahdi (a.s)

How can one understand the identity and spiritual station of the Awaited Imam while his presence is hidden? Al-Mahdi offers a clear, concise devotional introduction to the Twelfth Imam—focusing on belief, authority, and lived hope for his reappearance. About the Book Al-Mahdi is authored by Sayyid Sadr al-Din Sadr and translated into English by Jalil Dorrani. Published by Naba Cultural Organization in 2009, the booklet draws on scriptural and classical sources to clarify the Imam’s lineage and mission, explain the meaning of ghayba (occultation), and nurture an ethics of intidhar (active awaiting). Written in accessible English, it serves as a compact guide for readers seeking a faithful overview of Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his noble reappearance). What You Will Discover

• A concise profile of the Imam’s names, titles, and lineage drawn from trusted narrations.
• The theological basis for his continued life during ghayba and why concealment serves a divine purpose.
• Practical guidance on intidhar: how worship, truthfulness, charity, and community service embody loyal awaiting.
• Selections of widely cited supplications and devotional practices that strengthen connection to the Imam.

About the Author Sayyid Sadr al-Din Sadr (d. 1954) was a leading twentieth-century Shīʿī scholar and jurist, remembered for his accessible presentations of doctrine and devotion. He is the father of Imam Musa al-Sadr. This booklet reflects his commitment to presenting core beliefs with clarity and spiritual warmth. Who Is This Book For? Newcomers to the topic, spiritual seekers, and believers who want a compact, source-based overview of Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his noble reappearance) and a practical path for living faithfully during his occultation.